7.4 million UK households struggle to afford food, heating and clothes

New figures show that 7.4 million UK households are struggling to afford essentials including food, clothing and heating. Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has pledged a "breathing space" scheme to give indebted families relief. One resident quoted in the piece said simply: "I can't afford to turn the oven on."

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